{"product_id":"vintage-chinese-bronze-jue-tripod-libation-cup-archaic-wine-vessel","title":"Vintage Chinese Bronze Jue Tripod Libation Cup, Archaic Wine Vessel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roughly 4.2 x 6.1 in\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Likely mid century\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good for its age with bronze patina\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVintage Chinese bronze jue tripod libation cup, made in the archaistic style of ancient Chinese ritual wine vessels. The cast bronze body features a flared pouring spout, two capped posts with ball finials, a curved side handle with an animal mask, and three splayed blade legs. Bands of archaic relief decoration in the taotie and dragon manner wrap the vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base carries a mark with numbers below it. The piece likely dates to the mid century, though its origin is unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition is good for its age, with patina consistent with vintage bronze. Please review the photos closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eItem Specifics \/ Characteristics\u003cbr\u003e* Type: Jue Tripod Libation Cup\u003cbr\u003e* Marks: Mark on the base with numbers below it\u003cbr\u003e* Material: Bronze\u003cbr\u003e* Color: Dark gray, green\u003cbr\u003e* Style: Archaistic, Chinese ritual vessel style\u003cbr\u003e* Theme or Subject: Archaic ritual wine vessel, taotie and dragon motifs\u003cbr\u003e* Era: Likely mid century\u003cbr\u003e* Country of Origin: Unknown\u003cbr\u003e* Dimensions: Roughly 4.2 x 6.1 in\u003cbr\u003e* Weight: 14.6 oz\u003cbr\u003e* Original\/Reproduction: Vintage archaistic piece in the style of ancient bronzes, not an ancient original\u003cbr\u003e* Features: Tripod legs, two capped posts, side handle\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips carefully packed in a box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReturns are accepted if you're not completely happy with your purchase. Every order is carefully wrapped and securely packed, and we always aim to exceed your expectations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AVENTÉ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50864376348897,"sku":"AV-261009-01","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/4687\/6385\/files\/IMG_1121.jpg?v=1791590869","url":"https:\/\/www.aventecrystals.com\/products\/vintage-chinese-bronze-jue-tripod-libation-cup-archaic-wine-vessel","provider":"AVENTÉ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}